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California fast-food workers’ minimum wage win stirs up old economic debate

Business groups claim hard-fought $20 hourly wage victory will cause reduced hours, layoffs and price hikes – critics say otherwise

The Guardian - US

Californians clash over minimum wage law

AB 1228 went into effect on April 1, much to the dismay of business owners and Republican critics

Salon

Economist Michael Reich on Why California Fast-Food Wages Can Rise Without Job Losses and Higher Prices

A tight labor market and local minimum wages that are already close to the new $20 minimum are among the reasons.

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Impact Of California's Minimum Wage Increase On School Cafeterias

California's new minimum wage impacts school food service recruitment and retention amidst increased demand for meals.

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No, the New Minimum Wage Won’t Wreck the Fast Food Industry or the Economy

Studies have repeatedly shown wage increases bring few job cuts and boost local economies.

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What A $20 Minimum Wage Will Do To California's Fast Food Industry And Poverty Problem

A $20 minimum wage that went into effect this week will squeeze the California fast-food industry, but it won't solve the poverty problem of the country's most populous state.

International Business Times

The doomsters were wrong about the minimum wage. They’re wrong about Labour’s new deal for workers, too

This is a policy that could make a radical difference – as long as it’s not watered down like the green prosperity plan, says the Guardian’s economics editor Larry Elliott

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How Much Does Joe Biden Earn Compared to Latin American Presidents? Here's the Ranking

Uruguay's president has the highest salary in the region, but it's still a little over half of what Biden earns every month as head of state

Latin Times

Is California’s Minimum Wage Increase a Way to Collect More Taxes?

The California minimum wage increase for fast food workers could boost paychecks — and the state’s budget.

Kiplinger

Minimum Wage Is Now $20 an Hour for California Fast Food Workers

The new minimum wage for fast food workers in California took effect on April 1.

Kiplinger

Business wants pay rises for Australia’s lowest paid workers limited to 2% – but what about executives?

Average pay of top bosses has increased from 17 times average earnings in early 90s to about 55 times now. What about those on minimum wage?

The Guardian - AU

California Fast Food Workers Get $20 Hourly Minimum

The minimum wage for many fast food workers in California rose to $20 per hour on Monday, sparking joy for employees but warnings of likely price increases in the state which already faces a high cost of living.

International Business Times

Rise in UK minimum wage leaves millions short of real living wage

Lowest-paid will be £1,000 short of the figure paid by some employers to reflect actual household costs

The Guardian - UK

Half a million California workers will get $20 minimum wage, starting today

It's a big win for cooks, cashiers and other fast-food employees, among the least paid in the workforce. Restaurant owners and franchisees warn of higher prices and cuts to workers' hours.

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Starting Monday, Fast Food Workers In California To Get Minimum Wage Of $20 Per Hour

The law was passed by Democrats in the state Legislature last year, acknowledging the considerable number of the over 500,000 fast-food workers.

Al Jazeera

The UK’s new minimum wage ‘badly needed’ but many calling for more

UK’s new legal minimum wage gets a 9.8 percent rise, the highest boost since 2001. But with inflation, it’s not enough.

Latin Times

California Fast Food Workers to See $20 Minimum Wage Take Effect Monday

The measure is a result of a law passed last year by Democrats in the state Legislature

International Business Times

Starting Monday, Fast Food Workers In California To Get Minimum Wage Of $20 Per Hour

The law was passed by Democrats in the state Legislature last year, acknowledging the considerable number of the over 500,000 fast-food workers.

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California Fast Food Workers To Receive Minimum Wage

California's new law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to /hr, balancing industry concerns and worker needs.

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Wage review should consider tax cuts: retail bosses

The retail sector wants the workplace umpire to be more conservative as it considers the size of the next annual pay rise for millions of low-paid workers.

WEKU

California fast-food workers will get $20 minimum wage, starting Monday

Debate is hot about the impact of a higher minimum wage. Half a million Californians work in fast-food, where wages had stagnated for decades. Restaurant owners warn of higher prices and fewer hours.

Newcastle Herald

Giving low-paid workers a much deserved wage lift helps everyone

MINIMUM WAGE: Much more to be done to ensure employees share in the fruits of their labour

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Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin Vetoes Marijuana And Minimum Wage Bills

Virginia Governor Youngkin's veto of marijuana and minimum wage bills sparks debate and political tension.

Reason

Minimum Wage Laws Make for Great Politics, but Fewer Jobs

Hiking wages through law is a crowd-pleaser, but it kills employment unless you’re a robot.

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UK Government Plans To Gradually Increase Minimum Wage From 2025

Britain's decision to slow down minimum wage increase in 2025 sparks debates on economic implications and worker welfare.

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